Christmas, the one time of year we can be a little extravagant without feeling too guilty. The Christmas tree with every light lovingly placed, gifts wrapped up in their own works of art, some of us even demanding a new sofa in time for the 25th of December! So why is it that the Christmas table is usually only given the thought of a table cloth and some napkins adorned with pictures of holly? You don’t have to spend a small fortune to transform your table into the perfect festive setting! Follow our ten step guide for a table that sings with Christmas style!
Latest News
Volunteers needed for festive NSPCC Collections
Submitted by admin on 16 November, 2010 - 15:06
The Christmas Corporation will be making a difference to local children in desperate need by raising money for the NSPCC during the festive season.
The company, which hosts shared and exclusive parties, is hoping to raise up to £40,000 for the charity through raffles and collections at Christmas party events in Birmingham and Solihull throughout December.
Money raised will go towards the NSPCC's local services that work towards ending cruelty to children.
Why the death of the Christmas Party could cost your business money
Submitted by admin on 27 October, 2010 - 13:56
The office Christmas party is a longstanding British institution, typically synonymous with the staff reinventing the photocopier as a type of x-rated Polaroid camera and tinsel adorning the ceiling, as staff sing along to Wizard. Since the economic downturn, corporate Christmas parties have been in decline as bosses slash budgets or do not wish to appear insensitive in the light of redundancies. However, whilst this is understandable and to a point admirable, workers have never been more deserving of a Christmas party being stretched every further due to redundancies.
NSPCC - Our Chosen Charity
Submitted by admin on 27 October, 2010 - 13:54
We will be raising money at our Christmas events to support the work of the NSPCC.
There will be a raffle and other games in aid of the NSPCC. In the meantime try and win a Jaguar car in the NSPCC competition.
http://www.nspcc.org.uk/news-and-views/our-news/corporate-news/10-06-07-...
What 2 Wear - How to dazzle at your Christmas Party
Submitted by admin on 27 October, 2010 - 13:42
The Christmas party season is upon us, the one time of the year we all want to look like stars. You have purchased your ticket and can already imagine a cold glass of wine sitting comfortably in your hand as you celebrate with friends, but then a sudden panic sets in “what do I wear?” Not specifically speaking, but ‘what will make me look over dressed or equally as embarrassing, under dressed?’ So to allay these fears we can confirm the dress code we have in place makes it virtually impossible to arrive over dressed.
Competition winners
Submitted by admin on 13 September, 2010 - 13:00
We ran a competition earlier in 2010 for you to help us choose a theme for 2011.
The competition was sent out by direct mail and e mail.
The response that we had was fantastic and it took the judges a great deal of arguing and deliberation to choose the winners.
1st prizea table of 10 at Christmas around the world at New Bingley Hall, Birmingham
We had 2 joint 1st place of Arabian Nights theme from
Bryan Manley at Alchemy Translations in Oldbury
New Bingley Hall Open Evening Monday 13th September 4pm -7pm
Submitted by admin on 8 September, 2010 - 11:32
Christmas around the world 2010 Birmingham's biggest and most exciting shared party.
Come and join us at New Bingley Hall on Monday 13th September 2010 for a taste of our Christmas party entertainment and to talk to us about your perfect christmas party.
Simply drop in to the venue at any time between 4pm and 7pm for a free glass of Champagne and sample our mince pies and canapes.
BBC radio WM DJ Phil Upton will be there to entertain you along with Funki feathers our fantastic Brazilian dancers.
Summer family Event at The Mailbox Birmingham
Submitted by Anonymous on 17 August, 2010 - 15:25
Christmas Corporation is proud to present a Summer Family event at The Mailbox in Birmingham.
Each Friday evening and Saturday and Sunday afternoon in August there will be entertainment and childrens entertainment at The Mailbox which is free.
Simply come down to the canal area at the back of The Mailbox and join us
Our chosen charity
Submitted by Anonymous on 22 April, 2010 - 12:29
Any proceeds raised on the evening will be donated to West Midlands Child line, a service of the NSPCC
Childline - Charity supported by Christmas Corporation
Championing Children for more than 23 years
ChildLine is the UK's free, confidential helpline for children and young people. Trained volunteers are on hand to provide advice and support, by phone and online, 24 hours a day. Whenever and wherever children need us, we'll be there.
Almost 1,400 volunteers provide a counselling service, supervised by a team of professional supervisors and managers.
What do children call about?
Our Celebrity DJ's
Submitted by Anonymous on 22 April, 2010 - 12:27
Casino Royale 2009 was hosted by Phil Upton who is arguably the premier MC and VIP DJ in the Midlands. With over 20 years experience he has developed an unrivalled level of experience on radio, TV and in corporate work. Currently Phil hosts the Breakfast Show on BBC WM, but you may also know him from his television films on the "Inside Out" series or maybe as MC or Host at a corporate or charitable event. Phil hosted Viva Las Vegas for us in 2008 and was so well received by our guests that we invited him back to host Casino Royale in December 2009.